Family Services Specialist (CPS Investigations)

About this role

<p>The City of Roanoke is seeking a Family Services Specialist to conduct Child Protective Services investigations. &nbsp;The CPS Investigator will assess and investigate allegations of child abuse and/or neglect while providing needed services to at risk families and children. Works closely with various ancillary agencies to enforce child protective services laws and provide required/requested services to families in need. Plans and coordinates needed services for individuals and families while making appropriate referrals to other agencies as necessary. Prepares court affidavits/reports and testify as needed. Maintains CPS caseload while completing routine paperwork in time frames required by Virginia State Code. Ability to multi-task and respond to crisis situations in a timely and professional manner. Acts as a team player willing to assist co-workers and able to work outside the normal range of hours when necessary. Participates in a rotating after hours beeper team that responds to emergency CPS/APS/Foster Care situations.</p>&nbsp; <u><strong>***NOTE: If you do not hold a State of Virginia Drivers License, you will be required to provide a certified copy of a DMV report from

Requirements

<strong>QUALIFICATIONS </strong><br>To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<br><br><strong>EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE</strong><p>Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field or minimum of a Bachelor's degree in any field with a minimum of two years of appropriate and related experience in a Human Services.</p>